Rhode Island § 31-10-15 - Operators’ and Chauffeurs’ Licenses

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§ 31-10-15. Operators’ and Chauffeurs’ Licenses

R.I. Gen. Laws § 31-10-15

§ 31-10-15. Liability of person signing minor’s application.

Any negligence or willful misconduct of a minor under the age of eighteen (18) years when driving a motor vehicle upon a highway shall be imputed to the person who has signed the application of that minor for a permit or license, which person shall be jointly and severally liable with the minor for any damages caused by the minor’s negligence or willful misconduct except as otherwise provided in § 31-10-16.

History of Section.
P.L. 1950, ch. 2595, art. 15, § 8; G.L. 1956, § 31-10-14; G.L. 1956, § 31-10-15; P.L. 1962, ch. 204, § 1.

Source: official Rhode Island text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 31-10-15

What does Rhode Island General Laws § 31-10-15 cover?

Section 31-10-15 ("Operators’ and Chauffeurs’ Licenses") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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